umdelisl
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I’m posting here because I don’t know where else to go. I have read the stickies, and I am very much struggling after being told by a neurologist that my EMG was abnormal today.
I’m a 32 year old mother of two beautiful boys (1 and 3 years old). Along with my husband, they are my whole world. I always felt that I never had truly found my calling in life until I was blessed enough to become a mother.
Around 3 months ago, I began experiencing chronic twitching in my calves and feet. I made the mistake of googling “muscle twitching”, thinking there must be a simple answer to my issues. What I read terrified me. Over the 3 months, the twitching spread to my abdomen, back, arms and face... and I’ve began to experience cramping...
The twitching led me to my GP, who assured me it was likely a vitamin or mineral imbalance, ran some bloodwork and sent me home. It all came back normal. I then discovered that my right calf (my dominant one) was 2 cm less in diameter than my left, so I went back to my GP. She measured, and said that it was within the normal range. I explained my anxiety and she indicated that she would order an EMG, but she was sure it would come back normal.
Fastforward to today, and I had my EMG. The neurologist that performed it told me it was abnormal, and asked if I had a back injury (I do not). I don’t have the report yet, as the neurologist said he would get it back to my Doctor before the end of the week. He saw me tear up and said, “some motor neuron problems are treatable, and some are not”. He said my GP needed to refer me to a neurologist for further follow up, and sent me on my way. He also told me my reflexes were normal.
I phoned my GP, and they were nice enough to set up an appointment on Monday for me, and hopefully they will get the report by then. It’s little solace, as I know this is going to turn into a very long waiting game. One I really don’t know how to handle or cope with...
I haven’t noticed any signs of weakness, but the abnormal EMG has sent me into a tailspin. I’m concerned that my smaller right calf is actually atrophy, as my GP basically completely dismissed all of my concerns when I came to her with the twitching.
I have no one to talk to, because I don’t want to scare them. My husband is the eternal optimist, and doesn’t worry about much, and won’t even discuss the health issues I am experiencing. I want to be there to see my beautiful boys grow up.
I truly appreciate those that take the time to comment, especially those with ALS, and those awaiting diagnosis. My heart goes out to each and every one of you and your families...
I’m a 32 year old mother of two beautiful boys (1 and 3 years old). Along with my husband, they are my whole world. I always felt that I never had truly found my calling in life until I was blessed enough to become a mother.
Around 3 months ago, I began experiencing chronic twitching in my calves and feet. I made the mistake of googling “muscle twitching”, thinking there must be a simple answer to my issues. What I read terrified me. Over the 3 months, the twitching spread to my abdomen, back, arms and face... and I’ve began to experience cramping...
The twitching led me to my GP, who assured me it was likely a vitamin or mineral imbalance, ran some bloodwork and sent me home. It all came back normal. I then discovered that my right calf (my dominant one) was 2 cm less in diameter than my left, so I went back to my GP. She measured, and said that it was within the normal range. I explained my anxiety and she indicated that she would order an EMG, but she was sure it would come back normal.
Fastforward to today, and I had my EMG. The neurologist that performed it told me it was abnormal, and asked if I had a back injury (I do not). I don’t have the report yet, as the neurologist said he would get it back to my Doctor before the end of the week. He saw me tear up and said, “some motor neuron problems are treatable, and some are not”. He said my GP needed to refer me to a neurologist for further follow up, and sent me on my way. He also told me my reflexes were normal.
I phoned my GP, and they were nice enough to set up an appointment on Monday for me, and hopefully they will get the report by then. It’s little solace, as I know this is going to turn into a very long waiting game. One I really don’t know how to handle or cope with...
I haven’t noticed any signs of weakness, but the abnormal EMG has sent me into a tailspin. I’m concerned that my smaller right calf is actually atrophy, as my GP basically completely dismissed all of my concerns when I came to her with the twitching.
I have no one to talk to, because I don’t want to scare them. My husband is the eternal optimist, and doesn’t worry about much, and won’t even discuss the health issues I am experiencing. I want to be there to see my beautiful boys grow up.
I truly appreciate those that take the time to comment, especially those with ALS, and those awaiting diagnosis. My heart goes out to each and every one of you and your families...
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